Joshua Buatsi booed by Willy Hutchinson fans at weigh-in before WBC title rematch
Joshua Buatsi goaded Willy Hutchinson's supporters at the scales in Manchester ahead of Saturday's rematch, which was upgraded to a full WBC light-heavyweight title fight when David Benavidez gave up the belt.
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Joshua Buatsi cupped his ears and urged on the jeers from Willy Hutchinson's fanbase as the two light-heavyweights stepped on the scales at Manchester's Freight Island.
The Londoner and the Scot meet for the WBC light-heavyweight title at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday. It is a rematch of a thrilling first fight just over two years ago, which Buatsi won by split decision.
Saturday's contest was originally set for the WBC interim title. It became a fight for the full championship when American David Benavidez gave up the WBC belt to move up to cruiserweight.
Buatsi said: “He's talking like we haven't done it before but we have. I'm excited about the crowd - I'll see you all there.”
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